Articles, tagged with "cheetahs", page 6
15th September 2008
Latin name: Acinonyx jubatus
The cheetah is the fastest running mammal in the world, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/hour. From standstill to a sprint they can reach 70 km/hour in 2 seconds, then 100 km/hour in just 3 seconds! The cheetah can only run ...
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Author:
David Meisel
08th September 2008
Following are some interesting facts regarding Cheetahs.
1. Cheetahs are the fastest of all land mammals.
2. Cheetahs are in fact capable of generating great bursts of speed, reaching from zero to hundred kilometers per hour in under three seconds.
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Author:
Ailurophile
05th September 2008
Following are some facts regarding mountain lions:
1. Mountain Lion is the most widely distributed big cat in the Americas.
2. Over time it has earned more names than any other animal, including cougar, pi-twal, puma, catamount and many others.
3...
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Author:
Ailurophile
03rd April 2008
Today's vets have access to more knowledge than ever before. This is both a positive and a negative for the vet and the Chihuahua owner. Vets need to be a jack-of-all-trades, but veterinary treatments are vastly different for chimps and cheetahs than fo...
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Author:
Sandra Dean
02nd April 2008
Home to a diverse collection of local and exotic wildlife, the Fort Worth Zoo offers its visitors an amazing experience filled with fun and adventure. Founded in 1909, the zoo initiated with approximately 10 animals but eventually developed in to a massiv...
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Author:
James Cook
14th March 2008
Lions are the top cats of Africa!
1. Lions are the only social cats, living in groups called prides.
2. Male lions are the only cats with manes - a trait of which the origin and purpose has divided scientists.
3. Living in prides helps lions surv...
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Author:
Ailurophile
01st November 2007
In my capacity as the UK Director of Operations for One World Tours Limited, I am often asked about the destinations I have been to. I try to give a good opinion on those places and offer some helpful advice. Here then, are my top suggestions for sites to...
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Author:
stuartcheese
27th June 2007
Domestic cats are related to lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs and pumas. All share similar traits. They communicate by meowing or roaring. They use sharp teeth and claws for hunting. And, they enjoy catnapping!
The first cats arrived in North America wi...
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Author:
Crystal Chan
11th April 2007
The cheetah animal
The cheetah, or hunting leopard, is the undisputed world's champion runner; may reach and maintain for 400 meters the speed of 110-120km/hr. Acinonyx jubatus is its Latin name. Same class, order and family as the lion; 70 to 80 cm hi...
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Author:
raphking5
11th April 2007
East Africa Nairobi Kenya Landmark tours trips holiday and vacations. Nairobi Kenya landmark tours include exciting landmarks of Kenya like the bomas of Kenya, the national museums of Kenya, the Nairobi national park. The Nairobi national park is a Nairob...
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Author:
raphking5
16th November 2006
Cats, tigers, panthers, leopards, lions and cheetahs all communicate in similar ways. When you own a cat it is very important to understand how it communicates. By reading this short article you will learn the basics of cat communication. You will learn h...
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Author:
Andrew McGregor
02nd April 2006
Your cat, your loving and lovable family pet is not usually what you would call a bundle of energy. In fact she spends a good deal of the day taking a siesta. When she moves she does so at her own pace and in her own time.
But should your sedate kitty ...
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Author:
Larry Chamberlain